Chapter 7202 — Customs Tariff Headings
Subheadings
Products classified under Tariff item 72.02
Blast Furnace HC Ferromanganese
Blast furnace produced high-carbon ferromanganese averaging 3.2% carbon by weight, used as an additive in stainless steel melting to adjust manganese and carbon content. Its irregular lump shape results from tapping and solidification processes, and it is not usefully malleable, fitting the ferro-alloy definition.
7202.11.00Electric Furnace HC Ferromanganese
High-carbon ferromanganese produced via electric submerged arc furnace, containing more than 4% carbon for desulfurization in steel ladles. The carbon content exceeds 2%, and it is a ferro-alloy, fitting the tariff item's description.
7202.11.00Ferromanganese 75% Mn 2.5% C Lumps
Standard 75% manganese ferromanganese lumps with 2.5% carbon, produced via submerged arc furnace for basic steel desulfurization. The product is a ferro-alloy, not usefully malleable, and contains more than 2% carbon, meeting the tariff item's specification.
7202.11.00Ferromanganese Fines 3.8% C
Crushed ferromanganese fines (<6mm) with 3.8% carbon content, recycled from lump production for ladle metallurgy. Despite the fine size, it remains a ferro-alloy with carbon exceeding 2%, and the size does not affect classification under this tariff item.
7202.11.00Ferromanganese HCFeMn Granules
Granulated high-carbon ferromanganese (HCFeMn) with more than 4% carbon, processed for uniform size and quick dissolution in electric arc furnaces. The granulation does not affect its ferro-alloy status, and the carbon content exceeds 2%.
7202.11.00Foundry HC Ferromanganese Briquettes
Briquetted high-carbon ferromanganese (>4% carbon) for foundry cast iron production, offering dust-free handling and consistent melt addition. The briquetting process does not alter its classification as a ferro-alloy with carbon exceeding 2%.
7202.11.00HCFeMn Granules 3% Carbon
Granulated high-carbon ferromanganese with precisely 3% carbon, sized 3-10mm for continuous casting steel production. The granulation process does not alter its ferro-alloy nature, and the carbon content exceeds 2%, fitting the tariff item.
7202.11.00High-Carbon FeMn Alloy Additive
FeMn alloy additive with over 4% carbon for manganese recovery in secondary steelmaking. It is a ferro-alloy with carbon content exceeding 2%, fitting the tariff item's specification for high-carbon ferromanganese.
7202.11.00High-Carbon Ferromanganese Lumps
Ferromanganese lumps containing 3.5% carbon by weight, used primarily as an alloying additive in steel production to improve hardenability and strength. As a ferro-alloy with carbon exceeding 2%, it falls under this tariff item.
7202.11.00Medium-Carbon Ferromanganese Briquettes
Briquetted ferromanganese with 2.8% carbon content, compacted for easier handling and reduced dust in steel ladle additions. The briquetting process does not change its classification as a ferro-alloy, and the carbon content exceeds 2%.
7202.11.00Refined HCFeMn 2.2% Carbon
Refined high-carbon ferromanganese with 2.2% carbon and low phosphorus (0.2%), optimized for high-quality steel. Despite being 'refined', it still contains more than 2% carbon, making it a high-carbon ferro-manganese under this tariff item.
7202.11.00Steel Grade High-Carbon Ferromanganese
Premium high-carbon ferromanganese exceeding 4% carbon, tailored for producing high-strength structural steels in ladle metallurgy. As a ferro-alloy with carbon above 2%, it falls under this tariff item.
7202.19.00FeMn 75C Low Carbon Lumps
Low-carbon ferromanganese in lump form, containing approximately 75% manganese and less than 1% carbon by weight, sized 10-50mm. It is used as an additive in electric arc furnace steelmaking to adjust manganese content and deoxidize the melt.
7202.19.00FeMn LC Standard Grade
Standard low-carbon ferromanganese with 0.5-1.0% carbon and 75-80% manganese, used for desulfurization and alloying in steel melts. It is a ferroalloy commonly added during secondary steelmaking.
7202.19.00Ferromanganese Chips (1.4% Carbon)
Chipped ferromanganese remnants with 1.4% carbon content, recycled for secondary alloying additions in steel production. The chips are a by-product of ferromanganese processing and are used as a cost-effective alloying material.
7202.19.00Ferromanganese Granules (1.8% Carbon)
Granular ferromanganese alloy with 1.8% carbon, sized 3-10mm for rapid dissolution in steel melts. It is a medium-carbon ferroalloy used for efficient alloying in steelmaking processes.
7202.19.00High-Carbon Ferromanganese Lumps (1.5% Carbon)
Ferromanganese lumps containing approximately 1.5% carbon by weight, used primarily as an alloying additive in steel production to enhance manganese content and deoxidize molten steel. It is a medium-carbon ferroalloy in lump form.
7202.19.00Low-Carbon Ferromanganese 80C
Low-carbon ferromanganese alloy with 75-82% manganese, less than 1% carbon, and balance iron, used primarily as a deoxidizer in steel production. It is supplied in lump or granular form for easy addition to molten steel.
7202.19.00Low-Carbon Manganese Master Alloy
Master alloy grade ferromanganese with maximum 0.8% carbon, used for precise manganese additions in continuous casting processes. It is a low-carbon ferroalloy that helps control steel composition accurately.
7202.19.00Low-Medium Carbon Ferromanganese Powder (1.1% Carbon)
Powdered ferromanganese at 1.1% carbon, milled for injection systems in secondary steelmaking. The powder form allows precise alloy additions and rapid dissolution in molten steel.
7202.19.00Medium-Carbon FeMn Transition Grade
Transition-grade ferromanganese with exactly 1.0% carbon and 76% manganese, used in general steelmaking applications. It sits at the boundary between low and high carbon ferromanganese classifications.
7202.19.00Medium-Carbon Ferromanganese Briquettes (1.2% Carbon)
Briquetted ferromanganese with 1.2% carbon content, compacted for easier handling and transport in steel foundries. The briquette form improves dosing accuracy and reduces dust losses during alloying.
7202.19.00Refined Low-Carbon Ferromanganese
High-purity ferromanganese with under 0.7% carbon and 78% manganese minimum, used in producing low-carbon steels and stainless grades. It is a refined ferroalloy that minimizes carbon pickup during steelmaking.
7202.19.00Standard HCFeMn Lumps (1.6% Carbon)
Standard high-carbon ferromanganese lumps averaging 1.6% carbon, produced for general steel alloying purposes. It is used to add manganese to steel and improve hardness and strength.
7202.19.00Ultra-Low Carbon Ferromanganese
Ultra-low carbon ferromanganese with less than 0.3% carbon and over 80% manganese, used for clean steel production in automotive and aerospace applications. It is a high-purity ferroalloy for demanding metallurgical processes.
7202.21.00Atomized Ferrosilicon 70% Powder
Atomized ferrosilicon powder with 70% silicon content, produced by gas atomization for use in powder metallurgy and welding electrodes. The silicon content exceeds 55%, making it classifiable under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Calcium-Rich FeSi 70/4 Alloy
Calcium-rich ferrosilicon alloy containing 70% silicon and 4% calcium by weight, used as a nodularizer in nodular iron production. The silicon content exceeds 55%, placing it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Custom Blend Ferrosilicon 70-75% Mix
Custom blend ferrosilicon averaging 72.5% silicon, tailored for specific steel chemistry requirements. The silicon content exceeds 55%, placing it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Ferrosilicon 55.5% Borderline Grade
Ferrosilicon with precisely 55.5% silicon by weight, used in cost-sensitive steel alloys. The silicon content exceeds 55%, qualifying it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Ferrosilicon 60% Standard Grade FeSi60
Standard ferrosilicon containing 60% silicon by weight, balanced with iron and minor elements, used in gray iron casting and mild steel production. The silicon content exceeds 55%, placing it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Ferrosilicon 65% Lumpy Form FeSi65
Ferrosilicon in lumpy form with 65% silicon by weight, sized 10-100mm, used in steelmaking for silicon addition and deoxidation. The silicon content exceeds 55%, making it classifiable under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Ferrosilicon 75% Grade FeSi75A
Ferrosilicon alloy with approximately 75% silicon and 25% iron by weight, used as a deoxidizer and alloying agent in steel production. The silicon content exceeds 55%, placing it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Ferrosilicon 78% High-Silicon FeSi78
High-silicon ferrosilicon with 78% silicon content, approaching the 80% limit, used for maximum deoxidation with minimal iron dilution. The silicon content exceeds 55%, making it classifiable under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00FeSiCa 65/6 Nodularizer Alloy
High-calcium ferrosilicon with 65% silicon and 6% calcium, formulated for magnesium treatment in ductile iron foundries. With silicon above 55%, it qualifies under this tariff item for ferrosilicon containing more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00FeSiCa 75 Alloy with 5% Calcium
Ferrosilicon alloy with 75% silicon and over 5% calcium, used as a deoxidizer and inoculant in steel production. The silicon content exceeds 55%, making it classifiable under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00FeSiCa Deoxidizer 72/4.2
Industrial-grade FeSiCa deoxidizer with 72% silicon and 4.2% calcium, used in continuous casting operations. The silicon content exceeds 55%, qualifying it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00High-Calcium FeSi 78/3.5 Alloy
Premium ferrosilicon alloy with 78% silicon and 3.5% calcium, used for deoxidation in specialty steel grades. The silicon content exceeds 55%, placing it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00High-Purity Ferrosilicon 72% FeSi72B
High-purity ferrosilicon with 72% silicon and low aluminum (<1%) and calcium (<0.5%), optimized for high-quality steel and stainless production. The silicon content exceeds 55%, placing it under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Low-Aluminum Ferrosilicon 68% FeSi68Al
Low-aluminum ferrosilicon with 68% silicon and aluminum content below 0.5%, designed for aluminum-sensitive steel grades like electrical steels. The silicon content exceeds 55%, making it classifiable under this tariff item for ferrosilicon with more than 55% silicon.
7202.21.00Nodulizing FeSiCa 68/5 Alloy
Specialty nodulizing ferrosilicon-calcium alloy with 68% silicon and 5% calcium, used for spheroidal graphite iron production. With silicon above 55%, it falls under this tariff item for ferrosilicon containing more than 55% silicon.
7202.29.00Atomized Ferrosilicon Powder
Finely atomized ferrosilicon powder containing 75% silicon, used in powder metallurgy and welding electrodes. Atomization does not alter its essential character as a ferro-alloy, and it remains classified as ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Ferrosilicon 65/70 Grade Lumps
Ferrosilicon lumps with 65-70% silicon content, commonly used in foundries for deoxidation during iron casting. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Ferrosilicon 75% Grade
Ferrosilicon containing approximately 75% silicon and 25% iron, used primarily as a deoxidizer and alloying agent in steel production. This alloy is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Ferrosilicon 90% High Purity
High-purity ferrosilicon with 90% silicon content, used in high-grade steel and magnesium production. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Ferrosilicon Briquettes 65% Si
Briquetted ferrosilicon with 65% silicon content, designed for convenient furnace charging. The briquetting process does not constitute further working that would change its classification as ferrosilicon.
7202.29.00Ferrosilicon for Magnesium Production
Special ferrosilicon with 78% silicon content, used in the Pidgeon process for magnesium metal production. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00FeSi 70% Low Phosphorus Grade
Ferrosilicon with 70% silicon content and ultra-low phosphorus (<0.02%), used for pipe steel production. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00FeSi 75% for Electrode Manufacturing
Ferrosilicon 75% grade optimized for welding electrode production, with low phosphorus and sulfur for clean welds. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00FeSi 90% for Silicon Metal Reduction
High-grade 90% ferrosilicon used in silicon metal production furnaces, with high purity for efficient silicon recovery. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Foundry Grade FeSi 75% Crushed
Crushed ferrosilicon 75% (3-10mm) for ductile iron foundries, optimized for magnesium recovery in nodular iron production. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00High-Carbon Ferrosilicon 72%
Ferrosilicon 72% with higher carbon content for specific foundry applications, where carbon recovery in cast iron is beneficial. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Low-Alumina Ferrosilicon 70%
Ferrosilicon 70% with controlled low alumina (<0.5%) for electroslag remelting steel production. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Premium FeSi 75% for ESR Process
Premium low-impurity FeSi 75% for electroslag remelting (ESR) of tool steels, with ultra-clean composition for aerospace and turbine applications. This product is classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item.
7202.29.00Standard FeSi 45% Lumpy Ferroalloy
FeSi 45% with moderate silicon content for general steel deoxidation, classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item. Common in basic oxygen furnace steelmaking operations.
7202.29.00Standard Metallurgical FeSi 60%
60% ferrosilicon standard grade for general deoxidation in steel mills, classified as other ferrosilicon under this tariff item. Economical choice for large volume steelmaking.
7202.30.00FeSiMn Briquettes 50kg for Foundries
Ferro-silico-manganese compressed into 50 kg briquettes for easier handling in small foundries. The composition (65% Mn, 17% Si) meets the definition of ferro-alloys under Chapter 72, and briquetting is a physical form change that does not alter its classification.
7202.30.00FeSiMn Granules 3-10mm HC FeMn Substitute
Granulated ferro-silico-manganese sized 3-10 mm, used as an economical substitute for high-carbon ferromanganese in carbon steels. It provides both manganese alloying and silicon deoxidation, and the granulated form is a physical state covered by the ferro-alloy definition.
7202.30.00FeSiMn Lumps 10-50mm Grade A
Ferro-silico-manganese in lump form sized 10-50 mm, standard Grade A with 65% min manganese and 16% min silicon. Used in steel foundries for simultaneous deoxidation and manganese addition, and the lump form is typical for ferro-alloys.
7202.30.00FeSiMn Powder -200 Mesh for Welding
Atomized ferro-silico-manganese powder passing a 200 mesh sieve, used in flux-cored welding wires and metal powder production. Powdering is a physical process that does not change the alloy's classification as ferro-silico-manganese.
7202.30.00High-Silicon Ferrosilicon Manganese FeSiMn68Si20
A grade of ferro-silico-manganese containing 68% manganese and 20% silicon, used in the production of low-carbon steels and stainless steels. It simultaneously provides manganese and silicon, meeting the definition of ferro-silico-manganese.